Employee Highlights

This month, we're proud to highlight the incredible leadership team behind the Meridian Apartments project.

Their dedication, expertise, and problem-solving mindset were instrumental in delivering this complex build on time and on budget. From coordinating multiple crews to maintaining clear communication and upholding Wagler’s high standards, this team exemplified what great leadership looks like in the field.

Meridian Project Leadership Team

From left to right: Alex Cerna (Field Superintendent) Larry Wagler (Founder & Executive Director), Carlos Bethancourth (Operations Manager), and Brian Mata (Project Manager)

On the Ground with Carlos Bethancourth

To truly understand what makes a project like Meridian successful, you need to hear from the people making it happen day in and day out.

Carlos Bethancourth, Operations Manager for this project, brings over 15 years of experience at Wagler—and a deep commitment to both people and performance.

In this video, Carlos shares what drives his work on the field each day: balancing the needs of general contractors and Wagler crews, ensuring materials and manpower are always aligned, and most importantly, making sure every team member goes home safely.

For Carlos, leadership means more than just logistics—it means creating a supportive environment where everyone feels like part of the Wagler family. His pride in watching projects rise from the ground up is matched only by his dedication to the people who build them.

In honor of International Women's Day, which was March 8, we'd like to celebrate the strength, resilience, and accomplishments of women around the world. We stand together in honoring their contributions and advocating for equality and empowerment for all.

Within our organization, we recognize the remarkable women who are innovators, break barriers, and inspire future generations.

Wagler Custom Homes is proud to be increasingly inclusive, with more women than ever before shaping our future.

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Tommy Johnson

Field Superintendent

Tommy has been an invaluable member of the Wagler Custom Homes team for over four years, bringing with him 25 years of industry experience.

His educational background, including a Magna Cum Laude in Building Construction Technologies and Drafting and Design, is evident in his exceptional contributions to our company. Tommy's problem-solving skills, consistently positive attitude, and remarkable leadership during times of crisis make him an outstanding asset. He consistently goes above and beyond, providing clear and effective communication and demonstrating a willingness to help others. His good humor also brings a smile to our faces, reminding us to enjoy life.

We are truly grateful for Tommy's strong work ethic and his dedication to being a fantastic team player.

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Don Pruitt

Field Superintendent

Don's ability to collaborate and uplift the team is truly remarkable. We are incredibly fortunate to have him with us. He is known for coining the phrase, "Life is good, give thanks, and help someone if you can. Have a great day." These words of encouragement inspire those who work alongside him, and more importantly, they reflect his positive outlook under any circumstances. Welcoming Don to the Wagler team over 13 years ago was a great decision. His knowledge and willingness to educate our younger team members are invaluable contributions to our organization.

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